1999 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.

Because 1999 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda NSX 2002 Acura CL
Make Honda Acura
Model NSX CL
Year Released 1999 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3177 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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